Hunter New England Local Health District
REQ580548 Requisition #
Join our dynamic team in providing vital therapy and support for children under 10, making a real impact in young lives every day
Remuneration:
$77,358 – $124,607per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging
Location:Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type:Temporary Full Time - Until June 2026
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4, Psychologist, Senior Psychologist
Requisition ID:REQ580548
Applications Close: Sunday, 29th June 2025
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* ADO's each month (for full time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
About the role:
Join our passionate Child and Family Allied Health team as a Sparks Senior Safe Wayz Clinician, where you'll work with children under 10 and their families in a collaborative, trauma-informed setting. You'll be supported by experienced colleagues, work closely with the Violence Abuse and Neglect (VAN) services, and have the opportunity to make a real, lasting impact in children's lives.
Where you'll be working:
Welcome to Tamworth – a progressive regional city that offers the perfect blend of rural charm and urban convenience.
* Affordable housing, short commutes, and plenty of space to breathe
* A thriving cultural scene, famous for its music festivals and vibrant events calendar
* Surrounded by national parks, lakes, and scenic lookouts – perfect for hiking, biking, or weekend getaways
* Excellent schools, child care, and community services – an ideal place to raise a family
* A friendly, welcoming community where you'll quickly feel at home
This is a place where you won't just live – you'll thrive.
About You:
You're an experienced clinician with a passion for working with children and complex families. You communicate effectively, collaborate well within a multidisciplinary team, and are driven by purpose and compassion.
Requirements:
1. Social Workers - hold as a minimum, a bachelor's degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
2. Psychologists - must hold a four-year degree in psychology, being a three-year degree with a fourth-year honours in psychology, or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer, and be registered (general) or eligible for registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via AHPRA.
Make Your Move – Personally and Professionally
If you're looking for a deeply rewarding clinical role, a welcoming community, and a beautiful place to live, then we would love to hear from you.
Join us in Tamworth – where your career, your community, and your quality of life all come together.
Apply now to become a Sparks Senior Safe Wayz Clinician.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Marisa Barnes on Marisa.Barnes@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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